The cheapest and fastest trains from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 37 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 5 trains that leave Taormina-Giardini for Palermo Centrale on Fri, Apr 03, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 03 the direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 4 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, Apr 03 the slowest trains will take 5 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4:52 AM5h00Taormina-Giardini9:52 AMPalermo Centrale€181One-way0 transfers
12:52 PM6h13Taormina-Giardini7:05 PMPalermo Centrale€191One-way0 transfers
6:01 AM4h00Taormina-Giardini10:01 AMPalermo Centrale€191One-way0 transfers
10:03 AM4h20Taormina-Giardini2:23 PMPalermo Centrale€191One-way0 transfers
10:01 AM4h22Taormina-Giardini2:23 PMPalermo Centrale€191One-way0 transfers
6:01 AM4h00Taormina-Giardini10:01 AMPalermo Centrale€191One-way0 transfers
10:03 AM4h20Taormina-Giardini2:23 PMPalermo Centrale€191One-way0 transfers
10:01 AM4h22Taormina-Giardini2:23 PMPalermo Centrale€191One-way0 transfers
4:52 AM5h00Taormina-Giardini9:52 AMPalermo Centrale€181One-way0 transfers
7:07 AM5h25Taormina-Giardini12:32 PMPalermo Centrale€191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 170 km
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€22 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale trains for today, Thursday, April 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 5382 · Regionale 5361 | 9:01 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h24 | 1:25 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12971 · Regionale Veloce 5511 | 10:20 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h12 | 2:32 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12975 · Regionale Veloce 5513 | 12:14 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h18 | 4:32 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12980 · Regionale 5369 | 12:28 PM Taormina-Giardini | 5h38 | 6:06 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5384+ Intercity 723 | 12:48 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h17 | 5:05 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5386 · Regionale 5369 | 2:13 PM Taormina-Giardini | 3h53 | 6:06 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 721+ Regionale Veloce 5519 | 2:26 PM Taormina-Giardini | 4h06 | 6:32 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5378+ Intercity 729 | 3:58 PM Taormina-Giardini | 5h00 | 8:58 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, April 3 | |||||
![]() | 6:01 AM Taormina-Giardini | 4h00 | 10:01 AM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Taormina-Giardini | 9h32 | 6:02 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale
Trains from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 16:47. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 4:52 AM |
Last train 4:47 PM |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Taormina-Giardini and Palermo Centrale from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taormina-Giardini to Palermo Centrale by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palermo Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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